2026 Award applications are now open and the application deadline is 17:00 August 3rd 2026.

The New Zealand Association of Scientists makes the following annual awards to encourage public appreciation of scientific objectives, methods and achievements. 

How to apply

Click on the award name for more information, application guidelines and a list of past winners.

Scientific Workers Medal 

The Scientific Workers Medal is awarded for essential and significant contributions to science through application of skill and knowledge in a technical support role (individual, or team).

Hill Tinsley Medal 

Awarded for outstanding fundamental or applied research in the physical, natural or social sciences published by a scientist or scientists within 15 years of their PhD. 

Awarded in recognition of major and continued contribution to basic or applied research that has added significantly to scientific understanding or resulted in significant benefits to society.

Awarded for a lifetime of outstanding service to the cause or profession of science, in recognition of service rendered to the cause or profession of science in the widest connotation of the phrase.

Awarded to a practising scientist for excellence in communicating science to the general public in any area of science or technology.